, Feb. 17 -- After nearly 30 years, Pakistan will host its first major International Cricket Council (ICC) tournament since co-hosting the 1996 World Cup with Sri Lanka and India.

The Champions Trophy begins Wednesday, marking a significant moment for cricket in the country.

The 2009 terror attack on Sri Lanka's cricket team in Lahore kept international teams away for almost a decade due to security fears. However, the return of the Sri Lankan test team in 2019 signaled a gradual revival of international cricket in Pakistan.

Cricket, the nation's most beloved sport, has made strides in welcoming major tournaments. Yet, political tensions with India persist. Due to these strained relations, India will play its matches in the UAE, adopti...